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A photo of Porsche Experience Center’s Restaurant 917 restaurant

1. Porsche Experience Center’s Restaurant 917

4.8

Exceptional(1508)

Price: Expensive

• American • Torrance / Carson

Booked 35 times today

Restaurant 917 at the Porsche Experience Center in LA is a fun spot. As one reviewer noted, it's 'Delicious gourmet dining overlooking the race track.' Another guest loved 'the unique setting, it's fun to watch drivers running the cars through the course while you eat.' With its stunning views, creative menu, and excellent service, it's an unforgettable place to dine.

A photo of Shin-Sen-Gumi Shabu-Shabu restaurant

2. Shin-Sen-Gumi Shabu-Shabu

4.9

Exceptional(81)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Hawthorne / Gardena

Booked 17 times today

Recurring/Special Events:29th of Every Month: ("Niku No Hi"/"Meat Day”): 50% off Kobe Style Beef12/2 Cyber Monday Raffle: All parties that dine on 12/2 will get a raffle ticket to win a free: AYCE, Kagoshima A5, Kobe Beef, Dessert, or Fountain Drink! (Parties that make a reservation on 12/2 get an extra ticket!)Shinsengumi Shabu-Shabu is a JETRO (Japanese External Trade Organization) Certified Restaurant. JETRO acknowledges restaurants and retailers that use authentic Japanese products. From the ingredients we use in our kitchen, to the drinks we serve in the hall, we can confidently offer our customers an authentic Japanese dining experience. Choose from a variety of different broths, meats, add-ons, and vegetables that are included in our AYCE price of $34.99. We hope to be able to serve you all soon! Enhance your Shabu Shabu experience with our premium à la carte options: Kobe Style Beef (6oz $10)Japanese Wagyu Slices (3oz $15)Kagoshima Premium A5 Wagyu (3oz $20)

A photo of Hasu Izakaya & Grill restaurant

3. Hasu Izakaya & Grill

4.8

Exceptional(100)

Price: Expensive

• Izakaya • Torrance / Carson

Booked 13 times today

We are serving traditional Japanese Yakitori and Sake.

4. Tasty kitchen

4.1

Excellent(3)

Price: Moderate

• Asian • Hawthorne / Gardena

Come visit the newly remodeled Tasty Kitchen, with new ownership!

5. Somerville

new

4.6

Exceptional(94)

Price: Expensive

• American • Culver City

Booked 69 times today

Intentionally located along the Slauson Corridor in Historic View Park-Windsor Hills, Somerville is an ode to the past, a toast to the present, and celebration of the progress in between. We are a progressive American dining experience that highlights contemporary cuisine while honoring the rich roots of South Central Los Angeles. Each dish captures the bold and savory essence of California, blending traditional influences with modern techniques to elevate every bite.Designed as an inviting space for locals, travelers, and culinary enthusiasts alike, Somerville cultivates community in a timeless setting, featuring a thoughtfully curated wine selection, skillfully crafted cocktails, and live entertainment -- creating the perfect backdrop for conversation and connection.

6. Tokyo Noir

4.8

Exceptional(52)

Price: Moderate

• Speakeasy • Long Beach

Booked 51 times today

Tucked behind El Barrio Cantina in Long Beach, Tokyo Noir is an intimate 25-seat speakeasy with a side-alley entrance and world-class cocktail program, co-concepted by restaurateur/founder Jesse Duron and acclaimed mixologist Kevin Lee. As the only certified Ice Master outside of Japan, Lee has created a cocktail menu at Tokyo Noir that will make it a destination for serious bar culture fans, who want to experience the art and craft of cocktailing. The beverages are complemented by a robust izakaya-style menu from Chef Ulises Alfaro-Piñeda, with craveable small plates that go beyond bar snack expectations. As a whole, this discreet speakeasy concept will surprise locals and impress the industry.Food service ends 11pm Weds,Thurs, and Sun. Midnight on Fri and Sat.If you don't see reservations we are fully booked, we do take walk-ins if people no show. Best time to try is at 5pm or after 11pm.

7. The Bamboo Club

4.5

Awesome(371)

Price: Moderate

• Fusion / Eclectic • Long Beach

Booked 24 times today

The Bamboo Club is a one-of-a-kind neighborhood restaurant & Tiki bar located in Long Beach, CA. The Bamboo Club serves a mix of both modern and classic century-old Tiki cocktails, alongside the weekend brunch, daily lunch and dinner, and late night menus featuring Polynesian-inspired and Asian-style dishes. With an interior designed by award-winning Bamboo Ben Bassham, The Bamboo Club reflects the laid-back sensibilities of tropical Tiki culture while welcoming one and all with extensive booth and bar seating, outdoor tented seating, and a private patio to escape from the everyday. While the concept maintains the Tiki culture at heart, it turns into a lively watering hole for Long Beach music fans after dinner hours, when local live musical performers and vinyl DJs take the stage and the crowd jams out to everything the local music scene has to offer. A Tiki bar reflecting the heart of and soul of Long Beach, The Bamboo Club is located at 3522 East Anaheim St. in Long Beach.

8. The Strand House

4.6

Exceptional(3179)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Manhattan Beach / Hermosa Beach

Booked 110 times today

The Strand House is a sophisticated yet comfortable family-owned restaurant conceived by a small group of South Bay families out of their love for great food, wine and friends. With floor to ceiling glass windows and 180° sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean, world travelers and locals alike may come for the view, but stay for Chef Chris Park’s Coastal California Cuisine.Our menu highlights the bounty of produce available year round in Southern California. Each week, our chefs roam the farmers market sourcing directly from the best farmers and purveyors around. The Strand House is also home to a thoughtful and carefully crafted cocktail and wine program that is sure to please each of our guests.We are located in beautiful downtown Manhattan Beach, just steps from the famous Manhattan Beach Pier. The Strand House offers a five-star experience with the warmth and hospitality you would expect from a beach town, where each guest is treated like family.

9. Esperanza

4.7

Exceptional(758)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Manhattan Beach / Hermosa Beach

Booked 50 times today

Esperanza is a fun place, full of great vibes and lively atmosphere. It's not just about the food, the drinks and the decor, it's also about the service and the overall experience. The reviews are full of praises for the delicious food, the amazing cocktails and the excellent service. Plus, the place has a great dance floor, so you can have fun even at night.

A photo of JOEY Manhattan Beach restaurant

10. JOEY Manhattan Beach

4.6

Exceptional(191)

Price: Expensive

• American • Manhattan Beach / Hermosa Beach

Booked 135 times today

JOEY Restaurants marries iconic hospitality with a handcrafted, locally and globally-inspired menu from award-winning chefs, to bring an unparalleled guest experience. Instead of just one chef, JOEY has a whole team of celebrated Executive Chefs bringing you an experience you can't get anywhere else. Nestled in the heart of Manhattan Village, our third Southern California location feels like a lush oasis. Extending over 9,400 square feet with an expansive 2,160 square foot patio, there’s plenty of room for all. Vibrant abstract artwork by local California artist Amber Goldhammer gives this space the positive vibes of an endless summer.

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Fletcher
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The live music made me feel like I had traveled to Harlem in its heyday. The food and drinks were impeccable.
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SomervillePrice: Expensive• American• Culver City
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4.6
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Elaine
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food was excellent. Presentation was beautiful. The staff was very attentive without being pesky. The flow of serving the food was very good. I highly recommend this place for a special occasion. I would recommend the specials of the day. The crembrulee sweet potato was SOOO delicious, you must try it! It is on the pricey side.
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Hasu Izakaya & GrillPrice: Expensive• Izakaya• Torrance / Carson
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4.8
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WayneVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •686 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 Dec 2024
Still the best deal in the Southland!! Quality, freshness, simplicity and healthiness are hard to beat in this crappy economy but Shinsengumi Shabu delivers like a Shohei Grand Slam!! Tonight my dude bros Cody and Micah handled the hungry crowd with gusto and bravado…….but kind of missed my ATF servers Riley and Kendall……oh well!! Seniors like me get a discount and the Sapporo draft is hard to pass up…….life is good as long as you’re still ticking and there’s this joint to celebrate!!
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Shin-Sen-Gumi Shabu-ShabuPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Hawthorne / Gardena
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4.9
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LilitP
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 Dec 2024
Beautiful atmosphere , fresh and tasty food, clean and modern design of the restaurant ,
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Porsche Experience Center’s Restaurant 917Price: Expensive• American• Torrance / Carson
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4.8
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JoyceVIP
Los Angeles •12 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 Aug 2024
One of the best Chinese food restaurants in the South Bay/Gardena area. For the prices, go for lunch which is served until 3:00 PM. The dishes are the same for lunch and dinner, but considerably cheaper. Their menu is extensive - both Szechuan and Cantonese dishes. The restaurant is a storefront business in a small shopping mall, so the interior is very plain, But the food is great and well worth a visit.
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Tasty kitchenPrice: Moderate• Asian• Hawthorne / Gardena
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4.1

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141 restaurants available nearby

1. Porsche Experience Center’s Restaurant 917

2. Shin-Sen-Gumi Shabu-Shabu

3. Hasu Izakaya & Grill

4. Tasty kitchen

5. Somerville

6. Tokyo Noir

7. The Bamboo Club

8. The Strand House

9. Esperanza

10. JOEY Manhattan Beach

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